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India.com
a day ago
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Tanushree Dutta makes shocking claims of receiving threats like Sushant Singh Rajput: 'Bollywood mafia gang…, Nana Patekar...'
Bollywood actress Tanushree Dutta has made shocking claims after posting an emotional video on social media on Tuesday, in which she was seen crying. She accused a veteran actor and a Bollywood mafia gang of threatening her, stating that they are trying to kill her. She also mentioned it's the same way Sushant Singh Rajput was threatened. What happened to Tanushree Dutta? A video was shared by Tanushree Dutta where she claimed she is being harassed in her own home – something that has reportedly been happening for the past 4-5 years. She mentioned hearing strange noises in the house. While she didn't name anyone in the video, in an interview, she has now alleged that Nana Patekar is behind the harassment. Tanushree Dutta makes shocking claims In an explosive interview, Tanushree Dutta accused Nana Patekar of harassing her. Speaking to TV9 Marathi, she said, 'Strange things have been happening to me over the past four to five years. The brakes of my car were tampered with. After that, I realized someone was following me. Wherever I went, people would follow me. The projects I used to sign were taken away from me. Nana Patekar is involved in this harassment.' Tanushree Dutta relates to Sushant Singh Rajput In her interview, Tanushree Dutta also mentioned the late actor Sushant Singh Rajput, saying that what happened to him is now happening to her. She stated, 'The people who are after me are connected to Nana Patekar and his Bollywood associates. They are the ones who have sent people to follow me. I suspect them. People would come to the hotels where I was staying and knock on my room door to harass me. On several occasions, I was even poisoned, and attempts were made to kill me by making me ill – but I survived.' Tanushree Dutta further said, 'The maid who worked in my house was also involved, as she used to mix something in my food. Because of that, my health kept deteriorating. I would remain unconscious for 17–18 hours at a stretch. They tried to drive me insane and kill me.' In an interview to News18 , Dutta urges the government to provide her security. 'This mafia is huge and dangerous, and I fear for my life just like Sushant must have', said the actress. What happened between Tanushree Dutta accused Nana Patekar? In 2018, during the Me Too movement, Tanushree Dutta accused Nana Patekar of harassing her. She said openly about the inappropriate conduct in 2008 and said he 'tried to sexually abuse' her while shooting a song sequence for Horn Ok Please in 2009. Dutta stated that although the song was supposed to be shot on a single actor, still Nana used to be present on the set. Tanushree had also filed a complaint with the Cine & TV Artists Association (CINTAA) in 2008. However, no action was taken since it was a criminal case. After criticising Nana for his statement calling her allegations false, Tanushree further accused him of 'criminal intimidation' and 'physical harm'. In 2019, the police dismissed all the allegations against Nana Patekar and he was given a clean chit.
News18
2 days ago
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- News18
'I'm Being Followed... Harassed Since #MeToo Allegations,' Claims Tanushree Dutta After Break Down Video
Tanushree Dutta claims she's been harassed and followed ever since her #MeToo allegations against Nana Patekar, says her safety is at risk, career destroyed. Tanushree Dutta left the internet worried after she posted a distressing video claiming that she has been harassed in her own house. Now, Tanushree, in an exclusive conversation with News18 India, opened up about what she has been facing over the years since she made #MeToo allegations against veteran actor Nana Patekar. Tanushree Dutta made headlines first back in 2018 when she accused Nana Patekar of sexual harassment on the sets of the film Horn Ok Please. She shared that while being on the sets of the 2008 film, Nana made unwanted advances towards her. Now, while talking to us, she revealed that ever since then, she has been facing 'suspicious activity" around her. 'I've been followed constantly. I've been harassed. A maid was planted in my house to spy on me," she alleged. The actress also revealed that she intends to approach the police regarding recent incidents, but also said that she has no wish to reopen the MeToo case. 'I'm not trying to reopen the old case. I only want action on the new incidents that are endangering my safety," she added. 'Ever since I spoke up against Nana Patekar, I've been followed wherever I go. My career has been destroyed," she concluded. What happened to Tanushree Dutta? On Tuesday night, Tanushree Dutta took to her Instagram handle and dropped a video in which she claimed that she is being harassed by her family. In the video, Tanushree was seen visibly distressed as she considered taking action against her family members. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tanushree Dutta Miss India Universe (@iamtanushreeduttaofficial) 'I am being harassed in my own home. Mujhe mere hi ghar mein pareshaan kiya jaa raha hai. I just called the cops. They came and asked me to come to the police station to lodge a proper complaint. I will probably go tomorrow or the day after. I am not well. Mujhe itna pareshaan kiya gaya hai pichle 4 to 5 saalon mein," she said. The actress further revealed that her health condition has also deteriorated significantly due to the ongoing stress and added, 'Meri tabiyat kharab ho gayi hai. Main kuch kaam nahi kar paa rahi hoon. Mera pura ghar messy ho chuka hai. I cannot even hire maids because they planted maids in my house. I had such a bad experience with maids. They came and stealing stuff from my house. I have to do all my work. I am being troubled in my own house. Please someone help me." First Published: July 23, 2025, 16:00 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
2 days ago
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- News18
What Happened To Tanushree Dutta? Actress Who Began #MeToo In Bollywood Shocks Fans With Video
Tanushree Dutta sparked India's #MeToo movement in 2018 when she accused actor Nana Patekar of sexual harassment on the sets of the film Horn Ok Please in 2008. Tanushree Dutta is back in the headlines. A video of the Bollywood actress is all over social media in which she is seen crying inconsolably and claiming that she is being 'harassed". While the video has left netizens shocked and worried, do you know what has actually happened? Worry not, we have got you covered. Here's everything about the viral video of Tanushree Dutta you need to know: What Happened To Tanushree Dutta? On Tuesday night, Tanushree Dutta took to her Instagram handle and dropped a video in which she claimed that she is being harassed by her family. In the video, Tanushree was seen visibly distressed as she mulled taking action against her family members. 'I am being harassed in my own home. Mujhe mere hi ghar mein pareshaan kiya jaa raha hai. I just called the cops. They came and asked me to come to the police station to launch a proper complaint. I will probably go tomorrow or day after. I am not well. Mujhe itna pareshaan kiya gaya hai pichle 4 to 5 saalon mein," she said. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tanushree Dutta Miss India Universe (@iamtanushreeduttaofficial) The actress further revealed that her health condition has also deteriorated significantly due to the ongoing stress and added, 'Meri tabiyat kharab ho gayi hai. Main kuch kaam nahi kar paa rahi hoon. Mera pura ghar messy ho chuka hai. I cannot even hire maids because they planted maids in my house. I had such a bad experience with maids. They came and stealing stuff from my house. I have to do all my work. I am being troubled in my own house. Please someone help me." The Aashiq Banaya Aapne actress stated that she is 'sick and tired" of harassment and urged police officials to help her. A Look Back At Tanushree Dutta's #MeToo Case Tanushree Dutta sparked India's #MeToo movement in 2018 when she accused actor Nana Patekar of sexual harassment on the sets of the film Horn Ok Please in 2008. She claimed Patekar made unwanted advances during a song sequence. Not just this, Tanushree also accused filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri of pressuring her to 'remove clothes and dance" in the film Chocolate. However, both Patekar and Agnihotri denied the allegations. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
NDTV
2 days ago
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- NDTV
Before Sharing Harassment Video, Tanushree Dutta Was Seeking Spiritual Solace In Temple Visits
New Delhi: Tanushree Dutta, best known for the film Aashiq Banaya Apne, has shared a concerning video on Instagram. In the clip, she spoke about being harassed by people for the past 4-5 years, maids stealing from her house, door banging and being plagued by loud noises every day. Tanushree Dutta added that these repeated incidents have taken a toll on her health. "I got worried and called the asked me to come to the police station to file a proper complaint. I'm probably going tomorrow or the day after," she confirmed in the video. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tanushree Dutta Miss India Universe (@iamtanushreeduttaofficial) Who Is Tanushree Dutta Tanushree Dutta was born in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand. Her father, Tapan Dutta, worked at the Life Insurance Corporation of India. Her mother, Shikha Dutta, is a housewife. Tanushree Dutta dropped out of college to pursue a career in modelling. In the initial stages, she participated in fashion shows. Tanushree Dutta, in 2003, was crowned Miss India. She even represented the nation at the Miss Universe pageant in Ecuador. She ended up as the 6th runner-up. Two years later in 2005, Tanushree Dutta made her Bollywood debut opposite Emraan Hashmi in Aashiq Banaya Aapne. The film, directed by Aditya Datt, turned out to be a blockbuster. During the #MeToo movement in 2018, Tanushree Dutta drew significant media attention after she accused her Horn OK Pleassss co-actor, Nana Patekar, of sexual harassment on the film's set. In 2019, however, the police dismissed the charges and gave Nana Patekar a clean chit. Following the controversy, Tanushree Dutta stepped away from the film industry and made fewer public appearances. She embarked on a spiritual journey, reportedly living in an ashram for more than a year. Later, the actress traveled to Ladakh to practice Buddhist meditation. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Tanushree Dutta Miss India Universe (@iamtanushreeduttaofficial) In 2023, Tanushree Dutta shared glimpses of her transformative journey on social media. Her Instagram account is replete with her spiritual sojourns and temple visits. Tanushree Dutta was also MIA on her nephew Vaayu's birthday on July 19 this year. Vaayu was born to Tanushree's sister, Ishita Dutta and her husband Vatsal Sheth. Apart from Aashiq Banaya Aapne, and other Bollywood films including Bhagam Bhag and Dhol, Tansuhree Dutta also appeared in the Tamil film Theeradha Vilaiyattu Pillai. She was last seen in the 2013 TV series SuperCops Vs Super Villains.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Tanushree Dutta breaks down in new videos, claims she's ‘getting harrassed' in her home: ‘People bang door, maids steal, have developed chronic fatigue syndrome'
Tanushree Dutta recently posted a video on her Instagram handle, where she claimed that she has been harassed and troubled in her own home. The Aashiq Banaya Aapne actress came in the limelight when she accused actor Nana Patekar of sexual harassment in 2018, starting the MeToo movement in India. Ever since, she has been complaining about harassment at her home and during her many temple visits. In a new video, the actress broke down as she claimed, 'I am being harassed in my own house. I just called the cops and they have asked me to come to the police station to lodge a proper complaint. I will probably go tomorrow or day after. I am not well. I have been harassed so much in the past five years that I have fallen sick.' The actress shared that these incidents have taken a toll on her. 'I am unable to work. My entire house has been messy. I can't hire maids because they plant them in my house. I have had terrible experience with maids who come in and steal and do other things. People bang the door of my house. I am being troubled, please help me.' A post shared by Tanushree Dutta Miss India Universe (@iamtanushreeduttaofficial) Sharing another video, which had a noisy background, the actress wrote, 'I have also dealt with loud noises like this and other very very loud banging noises above my roof and outside my door almost every day at odd hours since 2020 ! I got tired of complaining to the building management and gave up a few years ago. Now I just live with it and put headphones with mantras to distract my mind and keep my sanity.' ALSO READ | Saiyaara just fixed everything Bollywood broke about love She added, 'Today I was so unwell, as you guys know I have developed Chronic fatigue syndrome due to dealing with constant stress and anxiety for last 5 years and this was going on all day and evening way past acceptable and allowed hours! I posted and today this! Ab samajh jao sab log ki what I've been dealing with. Aur bhi bohut kuch hai jo FIR mein mention karoongi. (There are many more things which I will mention in the FIR.' A post shared by Tanushree Dutta Miss India Universe (@iamtanushreeduttaofficial) Previously, talking to SCREEN, Tanushree had claimed that the maids she hired were manipulated into harassing her. 'After I hired a maid, I started to be sick often. I am usually a morning person, but then I started to feel lazy to get out of my bed. I doubted if there was something fishy. I avoided drinking the water at home, and I began to feel okay. The maid was mixing something in my water. Have caught them red-handed calling up someone before and after entering my house.' Over the years, Tanushree has spoken about several incidents of being followed by strangers or harassed at hotels she stayed in during her temple visits, claimed they are linked to her allegations against Nana Patekar. In a 2018 interview with Zoom TV, actress Tanushree Dutta accused Nana Patekar of sexually harassing her on the sets of the 2009 film Horn Ok Pleasss. This began the MeToo movement in India. She had first made the allegations against the actor in 2008 by filing a complaint with the Cine and TV Artistes Association but no action was taken as the case was considered a criminal case. It was again brought up in 2013, but didn't gain attention. The actress has also accused filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri of misbehaviour.
